Remote work is becoming more and more popular, but how do you build and maintain effective teams that are spread throughout space and time? Engaged, effective remote teams don't happen by accident. They require buy-in, trust, communication and empathy. Thankfully, there are a variety of strategies & tools that help make a remote team effective and enjoyable. In this talk we'll explore - common concerns & how to handle them - effective communication strategies - how to handle different timezones - tools to make remote workflows nice and smooth - how to keep your team engaged and productive